Cheese Filled Plantain Fritters Piononos
Indulge in the irresistible combination of sweet and savory with these Cheese-Filled Plantain Fritters, also known as Piononos. This delectable Puerto Rican-inspired recipe features ripe plantains that are fried to golden perfection, then wrapped around oozing slices of mozzarella cheese and coated in a perfectly seasoned egg batter. Each fritter is fried until beautifully crisp, resulting in a delightful contrast of textures—crispy exterior, gooey cheese center, and the natural sweetness of the plantains. With just a handful of simple ingredients, these cheesy fritters are easy to make and perfect as an appetizer, snack, or party finger food. Serve them warm and watch them disappear in seconds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 whole ripe plantains
- 6 slices mozzarella cheese
- 2 whole eggs
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 12 pieces toothpicks
Instructions
Peel the ripe plantains and slice them lengthwise into strips about 1/4 inch thick. Aim for roughly 4 slices per plantain.
In a large skillet, heat about 1/2 cup of vegetable oil over medium heat. Carefully fry the plantain slices in batches until golden on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Once the plantain slices are cool enough to handle, lay one slice flat on a clean surface. Place a slice of mozzarella cheese on one end, and roll the plantain tightly around the cheese. Secure with a toothpick to hold the shape. Repeat for all plantain slices.
In a shallow bowl, whisk together the eggs, flour, salt, and black pepper to form a smooth batter.
Add the remaining vegetable oil to the skillet and heat over medium-high heat.
Dip each plantain roll into the egg batter, ensuring it is well-coated, and carefully place it into the hot oil.
Fry the plantain rolls until golden brown and crisp on all sides, about 2-3 minutes. Work in batches as needed, and transfer cooked rolls to a paper towel-lined plate.
Serve warm as an appetizer or snack. Enjoy the melted cheese goodness!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3276 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 255.4 g | 327% | |
| Saturated Fat | 53.5 g | 268% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 135.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 481 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 2521 mg | 110% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 222.8 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 93.3 g | ||
| Protein | 63.3 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 14% | |
| Calcium | 1245 mg | 96% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 3366 mg | 72% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
